About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
KAP Viswanatham Government Medical College (KAPV), Tiruchirappalli offers the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma programme, a 3.5-year training course (3 years academic + 6 months internship) affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University. The programme trains female candidates in general nursing, maternal and child care, community health nursing, and midwifery across clinical departments of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital. Intake is 100 stipendiary seats. Annual tuition fee is ₹3,000 (total ₹9,000 for three academic years). GNM trainees at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges receive a monthly stipend from the state government throughout training. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks through TN DME; no entrance examination is required. KAPV ranks 120 in an external review site's 2026 India Medical Colleges rankings.
GNM 2026-27 applications are expected to open in June 2026 on the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee portal (tnmedicalselection.net). Seat allotment is based on Class 12 merit rank.
Key Points
- 3.5-year GNM diploma (3 years academic + 6 months internship) under Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University
- Intake: 100 stipendiary government-quota seats; female candidates only
- Monthly stipend from Tamil Nadu state government for all enrolled GNM trainees
- Annual tuition fee: ₹3,000; total for 3 academic years: ₹9,000
- No entrance examination; merit-based on Class 12 marks through TN DME counselling
- Clinical training at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital, one of central Tamil Nadu's largest referral hospitals
KAPV GNM Fees
GNM Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | ₹3,000 |
| Total Fees (3 academic years) | ₹9,000 |
- Annual tuition fee of ₹3,000 is the Tamil Nadu government rate applicable to all courses in government medical colleges.
- GNM trainees receive a monthly stipend from the Tamil Nadu state government throughout the 3-year training period; the stipend substantially offsets living costs.
- Hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel charges of ₹24,000 per year are payable separately and are not included in the tuition fee.
- The 6-month mandatory internship period does not carry an additional tuition fee; interns may receive a nominal stipend during this period.
KAPV GNM Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TN DME GNM Online Application Opens | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Provisional Rank List Published | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Online Counselling (Choice Filling) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment Result | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Reporting and Enrollment at KAPV | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Entrance Exam | Merit-based on Class 12 marks | N/A | N/A |
- Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks; no entrance examination is required for GNM at Tamil Nadu government institutions.
- GNM is a female-only programme at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges; male candidates are not eligible.
- Applicants must be citizens of India and natives of Tamil Nadu with a valid Nativity Certificate from the competent Revenue Authority.
- The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee (TNMSC) / DME conducts the counselling; candidates apply online at tnmedicalselection.net.
- GNM at KAPV is a stipendiary programme; enrolled trainees receive a monthly stipend from the Tamil Nadu state government throughout training.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or equivalent) as core subjects.
- Minimum 17 years of age as of 31 December 2026.
- Female candidate; GNM is a female-only programme at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges.
- Citizen of India and native of Tamil Nadu; valid Nativity Certificate from the competent Revenue Authority required.
Admission Process
- Register online at the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee portal (tnmedicalselection.net) during the notified application window, typically opening in June each year.
- Upload scanned copies of Class 12 mark sheet, Nativity Certificate, community certificate, and identity proof.
- A provisional rank list is published on the official portal based on Class 12 aggregate marks; verify rank and download the rank card.
- Register for online counselling (choice filling) during the notified window; select KAPV Tiruchirappalli and the GNM programme.
- Seat allotment is published online; download the allotment letter if a seat is allotted.
- Report to KAPV with the original allotment letter and all original documents for document verification and enrollment.
- Pay the annual tuition fee of ₹3,000 per year to confirm the seat; monthly stipend payments begin after enrollment.
KAPV GNM Scholarships 2026
GNM Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | As per state government notification | All enrolled GNM trainees at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges |
| Chief Minister's Scholarship (BC/MBC/DNC) | Up to ₹3,000/year | Backward Class / Most Backward Community / Denotified Community students |
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state norms | Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students, Tamil Nadu residents |
| National Scholarship Portal: Central Sector Scheme | ₹12,000/year | Students securing above 80th percentile in Class 12; income-based eligibility |
| Education Loan (Nationalized Banks) | Up to ₹4 lakhs | All students; repayment begins after course completion |
- GNM trainees at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges receive a monthly stipend from the state government throughout the 3-year training period; the stipend effectively offsets living costs during the programme.
- BC/MBC/DNC Chief Minister's Scholarship is disbursed by the Tamil Nadu BC/MBC Welfare Department; apply via the BC Welfare Department portal within the notified deadline.
- SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship applications are submitted through the Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department; community and income certificates required.
KAPV GNM FAQs
Ques. Is the GNM course at KAPV Trichy only for female candidates?
Ans. Yes. GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges, including KAPV, is a female-only programme as per TN DME admission norms. Male candidates are not eligible for GNM under the Tamil Nadu government stipendiary scheme. Male candidates interested in nursing may look at B.Sc Nursing or other allied health science programmes.
Ques. What is the stipend amount for GNM trainees at Tamil Nadu government colleges?
Ans. GNM trainees at all Tamil Nadu government medical colleges receive a monthly stipend from the state government throughout the 3-year training period. The exact stipend amount is notified by the Tamil Nadu government and is subject to revision; candidates should check the official TN DME notification for the current year's stipend rate. The stipend is intended to support trainees during their nursing education and is separate from any scholarship or loan they may avail.
Ques. What are the job opportunities after GNM from KAPV?
Ans. GNM graduates can work as staff nurses in government hospitals (recruited through TNMSC and TNPSC), private hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres. Tamil Nadu Health Department regularly recruits staff nurses for district and government hospitals. With the GNM diploma, graduates can also pursue B.Sc Nursing through bridge courses to enhance career prospects and move into senior nursing roles or nursing education.
Ques. How is admission to GNM at KAPV decided?
Ans. Admission is entirely merit-based on Class 12 marks; no entrance examination is conducted. The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee prepares a rank list from applicants' Class 12 aggregate marks. Candidates with higher rank have better choice during online counselling and choice filling. 65% of seats are filled from the Physics-Chemistry-Biology stream, 25% from the Vocational Nursing stream, and 10% from other eligible groups.